STUDY GUIDE
Make It Your Priority to Please the Lord (Acts 20:17–21)
– Paul served with humility, compassion, perseverance, and boldness.
Something to think about: In what area of your life is God asking you to serve more boldly?
Surrender to the Leadership of the Holy Spirit (Acts 20:22–24)
– Paul was bound by the Spirit, willing to suffer to fulfill his calling.
Something to think about: Are there areas in your life where you’ve resisted the Spirit’s leading?
Fulfill Your God-Given Responsibility (Acts 20:25–27)
– Paul didn’t shrink from proclaiming the whole counsel of God.
Something to think about: What part of God’s truth are you tempted to stay silent about, and why?
The Cost of Leadership – Are You Willing?
Paul knew hardship awaited him, yet he followed the Spirit’s call without hesitation.
Something to think about: What are some comforts or securities you might need to surrender in order to follow God’s calling more fully?
Leadership in the Everyday
Not everyone is called to preach or pastor, but all believers lead in some way.
Something to think about: In what ways can you lead by example in your workplace, home, or community this week?
The Whole Counsel of God
Paul emphasized the importance of not shrinking back from sharing the full truth of God’s Word.
Something to think about: How can you grow in confidence and grace to share not only the hope of the gospel but also the call to repentance?
– Paul served with humility, compassion, perseverance, and boldness.
Something to think about: In what area of your life is God asking you to serve more boldly?
Surrender to the Leadership of the Holy Spirit (Acts 20:22–24)
– Paul was bound by the Spirit, willing to suffer to fulfill his calling.
Something to think about: Are there areas in your life where you’ve resisted the Spirit’s leading?
Fulfill Your God-Given Responsibility (Acts 20:25–27)
– Paul didn’t shrink from proclaiming the whole counsel of God.
Something to think about: What part of God’s truth are you tempted to stay silent about, and why?
The Cost of Leadership – Are You Willing?
Paul knew hardship awaited him, yet he followed the Spirit’s call without hesitation.
Something to think about: What are some comforts or securities you might need to surrender in order to follow God’s calling more fully?
Leadership in the Everyday
Not everyone is called to preach or pastor, but all believers lead in some way.
Something to think about: In what ways can you lead by example in your workplace, home, or community this week?
The Whole Counsel of God
Paul emphasized the importance of not shrinking back from sharing the full truth of God’s Word.
Something to think about: How can you grow in confidence and grace to share not only the hope of the gospel but also the call to repentance?
PRAYER POINTS
Serve with Christ-like Boldness – Ask God to help you serve others with humility, perseverance, and boldness, just as Paul did.
Live Spirit-Led, Not Self-Led – Pray that the Holy Spirit would lead and control your daily decisions and give you courage to obey.
Don’t Shrink Back – Ask God to help you speak the truth in love, even when it’s difficult or unpopular.
Finish Your Course Faithfully – Pray for clarity and commitment to walk out the specific calling God has placed on your life.
Lead in Your Sphere – Ask God to help you recognize and step into the leadership roles He’s entrusted to you—at home, at work, or in church.
Live Spirit-Led, Not Self-Led – Pray that the Holy Spirit would lead and control your daily decisions and give you courage to obey.
Don’t Shrink Back – Ask God to help you speak the truth in love, even when it’s difficult or unpopular.
Finish Your Course Faithfully – Pray for clarity and commitment to walk out the specific calling God has placed on your life.
Lead in Your Sphere – Ask God to help you recognize and step into the leadership roles He’s entrusted to you—at home, at work, or in church.